

Not only can you catch the latest movies in the UK’s most northern theater but real-life action, too, courtesy of the otters, seals and occasional killer whale that you can spot through the windows.


Once known as the National Film Theatre, this beating heart of British cinema - housed inside a glass and concrete body - has been a fixture on the Thames since 1957 and hosts the BFI London Film Festival every October. A jewel in the east London crown of an already well-stocked movie theater hub, this warm and welcoming luxury experience manages to keep its ticket prices low despite offering perks such as sinkably-soft sofas and lighting that’s a bit extra. An ultra-chic movie theater that comes with a side of exclusivity, thanks to its four 50-seat (more like extra-wide sofa) screens that utilize the latest technology. Offering the best in art-house and foreign movies, this minimalist-yet-luxurious movie theater feels a bit like going back in time, à la Marty McFly. Here you’ll enjoy a wide variety of performances anywhere with a stage - a must-visit for any theater buff. A treat for performers at the best of times, Scotland’s capital truly comes alive during the summer’s Fringe Festival. The West End is filled with every top show you can think of - and many more you probably can’t - and while Broadway is known as the theater capital of the world (more on this in part 2), many of its biggest musicals, such as Mamma Mia, The Phantom of the Opera and Les Misérables were actually performed here first. Of course, London offers a whole lot more in terms of theater experiences, too. To see one of Shakespeare’s plays in one of the most famous theaters in the world or to not see one of Shakespeare’s plays in one of the most famous theaters in the world? That is NOT even a question. Today's authentic replica is made from oak and thatched materials and is round in shape, roofless and with a stage in the middle. Paul’s Cathedral on the south bank of The Thames - was built in 1599 but burned down in 1613.

Let’s kick off with the home of The Globe, shall we? Shakespeare’s 1,570-capacity venue - opposite St. As you may well know by now, it takes very little here at Tripening to get us all pumped about an idea - a tiny kernel, if you will - which is why we’re using today to tell you all about our favorite places to go in the world if you love the theatre - both on stage and at the movies! Happy Business of Popping Corn Day! Yeah, we know, it hardly rolls off the tongue, this one, but on this date - back in 1885 - a man called Charles Cretors invented the first-ever commercial popcorn machine. It takes very little here at Tripening to get us all pumped about an idea - a tiny kernel, if you will - which is why we’re using today to tell you all about our fave places to go in the world if you love the theatre!
